Briggs & Stratton GS6500 User Manual

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Reproduction
BRIGGS & STRATTON CORPORATION
MILWAUKEE, WISCONSIN, U.S.A.
Manual No. 381491 Revision C
GS2500/GS4000/GS6500/GS6500E
Portable Generator/ Gerador Portátil/Generador portátil/
可擕式發電機
/휴대용 발전기
Operator’s Manual/ Manual do Operador/Manual de instrucciones/
操作員手冊
/작동 설명서

Briggs & Stratton GS6500 Specifications

General

Brand	Briggs & Stratton
Model	GS6500
Category	Portable Generator
Language	English

Summary

Operator Safety

Safety Information and Symbols

Crucial safety guidelines, hazard symbols, signal words, and warnings for safe operation.

Assembly and Initial Setup

Unpacking and Servicing

Steps for unpacking, adding oil and fuel, and connecting the battery.

Operation

Connecting to Building Electrical System

Starting the Engine

Detailed instructions for starting the engine using electric or manual methods.

Connecting Electrical Loads

Safely Connecting Electrical Devices

Procedures for safely connecting electrical devices to the generator's outlets.

Stopping the Engine

Circuit Breaker and Load Management

Generator Capacity and Wattage

Information on determining required wattage and avoiding overload.

Power Management Strategy

Engine Maintenance

Checking and Adding Engine Oil

Procedures for checking and adding engine oil, including viscosity recommendations.

Changing Engine Oil

Troubleshooting

No AC Output Available

Identifies causes and corrections for a generator running without AC output.

Engine Bogs Down with Load

Addresses issues where the engine struggles or stops when loads are connected.

Engine Won't Start or Runs Rough

Solutions for common starting and running problems, including rough operation.

Engine Lacks Power or Hunts

Warranty Information

Limited Warranty Terms

Understanding Warranty Coverage